I’ve made a lot of salads, but this avocado chicken salad? It’s the one I keep going back to. It checks every box: creamy without mayo, fresh but still filling, and fast enough to toss together in the time it takes for coffee to brew. It’s my no-fuss answer when lunch needs to taste like I tried (but secretly, I didn’t). We’re talking tender shredded chicken, buttery chunks of ripe avocado, juicy tomatoes, and crisp red onion all wrapped up in a tangy lime dressing. The textures play well together, and the flavors are balanced without trying too hard. If you’ve got leftovers, congrats—they’re just as good the next day, maybe better. Whether you need a packable work lunch or a dinner that doesn’t require a stovetop meltdown, this salad lands the job. And hey, it even works as a last-minute potluck rescue. You’ll look like you planned it. I won’t tell.